Solvent Reduction Proposal
This proposal outlines the PDC team's initiative to reduce solvent use by 50% by year-end, addressing growing concerns from employees, the community, and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS). With current solvent waste generation at 30,000 lbs/year, effective solvent reduction offers significant financial savings and risk mitigation. The project includes purchasing and installing a recycling still, with benefits such as reduced waste disposal costs, savings on chemical purchases, and less regulatory oversight. Implementing these strategies reinforces our commitment to sustainability while enhancing shareholder value.
Solvent Reduction Proposal
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Solvent Reduction Proposal PDC Team 3 Beth Grosh Kathy Johnson Mary LeForce Roger Swanson Warren Meyers
Project Development • Heightened awareness and concern regarding solvent use by employees, community and EHS Solvent reduction significant because: • LQG of solvent wastes (30,000 lbs./year) • Financial savings A forced pairs analysis identified solvent reduction as having the potential to significantly reduce risks and costs.
Objectives • Reduce solvent use by 50% by year end. • Purchase and install recycling still
Tangible Reduced waste disposal costs Savings on chemical purchases Reduced regulatory costs LQG to SQG fees Biannual report Intangible A “green” company Less regulatory oversight Potential decrease in EE exposures? Project Benefits
Conclusions and Recommendations This project is worth implementing!!! Risk reduction • Less hazardous waste • Lower Ee exposure • Decreased community concerns Cost reduction Increased shareholder value as a “green” company
